Deputy Data Protection Officer - Lead Compliance & Advisory

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA); Crewe Green; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in the UK is looking for a Grade 7 Data Protection Officer. This role supports the DPO in delivering functions aligned with UK GDPR and provides critical advice across multiple organisations. The candidate will develop data protection knowledge while collaborating with various departments. Ideal for someone autonomous and responsible with a passion for continuous improvement in compliance.

Benefits

Disability Confident employer

Qualifications

• Experience in data protection under UK GDPR.
• Ability to work autonomously and take responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop data protection knowledge and expertise.
• Provide advice and guidance to colleagues.
• Perform assurance functions across Defra Group.
• Cover for the DPO when they are absent.
• Support colleagues as required.

Skills

Data protection knowledge

Ability to build relationships

Autonomy

Decision-making

Job description

A government department in the UK is looking for a Grade 7 Data Protection Officer. This role supports the DPO in delivering functions aligned with UK GDPR and provides critical advice across multiple organisations. The candidate will develop data protection knowledge while collaborating with various departments. Ideal for someone autonomous and responsible with a passion for continuous improvement in compliance.